Time to carb load.
Why are the best Thanksgiving dishes all glorious carbs? Stuffing, mashed potatoes and soft rolls dipped in gravy feel like holiday magic because we only indulge in them once or twice a year.
The answer is obvious: yes, I would love them any time.
This pumpkin focaccia is making all my bread dreams come true. It’s fluffy and cloud-like with crisp, golden edges. Studded with salty pepitas and finished with grated Parmesan, this focaccia disappears fast. Dip it in soup. Slather it with butter. Eat it straight from the pan—it’s pure perfection. Over the past two years I’ve fallen … Read more
Today we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country and all who continue to protect and defend our freedoms. Their sacrifice is not forgotten. With gratitude,
A beloved side, roasted Brussels sprouts with hot bacon vinaigrette is full of flavor and surprisingly easy to make. Crisped Brussels tossed in a warm, savory bacon dressing and finished with roasted pepitas deliver perfect texture and taste. Bacon and Brussels are a matchmaking win. This dish is cozy, crunchy and an ideal accompaniment for … Read more
My obsession with banana baked goods has quietly escalated.
Maybe not just my eating — more like my recipe experimentation. I use bananas in everything I can imagine, and these scones were the next logical stop.
I worried the banana might make the scones too cake-like. The good news: they don’t. The banana lightens the crumb and gives the scones a tender, slightly fluffier texture, which I prefer. I never liked dense, rock-hard scones for breakfast — especially not with coffee — so this version won me over.
Remember a few months ago when I shared those fantabulous cupcakes combining the world’s best flavors? They were a huge hit. Those cupcakes have become one of the most popular recipes on How Sweet It Is, and I’ll admit: sometimes I make a batch just for myself. No shame — they’re worth it. I’ve posted … Read more
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Hey there! Happy daylight savings — for a food photographer, this is the best weekend of the year: more light at last. I’m excited to shoot outdoors and soak up the sunshine, even if it makes Max’s sleep schedule a little strange. With temperatures expected in the 60s, I’m hoping to spend as much time outside as possible. There’s also a big St. Patrick’s Day parade downtown, but I’ll pass on the green beer in favor of green ice cream.
So what are your plans for the weekend?
Lovely internet finds this week:
Absolutely stunning: this lavender earl grey cake.
Intrigued by this turmeric latte — I want to try it.
Is this real life? A gigantic Cinnamon Toast Crunch creation.
Treats for breakfast: carrot quinoa oatmeal breakfast cookies.
Craving these hot pastrami sliders today.
DIY sugar flower cake — yes please. Today is all about cakes.
Too early for stuffing? Never. At least not in this house. I must admit this was Mr. How Sweet’s idea. He loves stuffing. One of his favorite meals is a big “garbage” casserole: a dish filled with chicken, cream of chicken soup and Stove Top stuffing. The whole wheat Stove Top stuffing, because that somehow … Read more
Since I was young, one of my favorite snacks has always been tortilla chips topped with melted cheese. Not queso—cheese literally melted on top of the chips in the microwave. Weird? Maybe. Tasty? Absolutely. Gross? That’s up to you. Over the years my preferences have matured. I moved from plain white tortilla chips and bagged … Read more
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Good morning! How are you? We have a fun day planned with donuts, tacos, a little weekend swimming and some vacation prep — eeeeep! What are you up to today?
What do you think about Instagram Stories versus Snapchat? As much as I resist change, I’m actually enjoying Stories right now. Snapchat has become harder to navigate for finding people and tracking who’s viewing, and I don’t have time to keep another app open all the time.
I do miss the pretty Snapchat filters — and Max definitely misses the puppy filter.
If you missed my posts last week, you can catch my July beauty favorites and lifestyle picks. I’m loving a lot of things at the moment.
I’d love for you to follow along on Facebook and Pinterest too. Tell me what you want to see more of.
Loves of the week:
This peach and burrata salad — I wouldn’t complain.
I’ve been craving a s’mores brownie like whoa.
For next weekend: the best road trip playlist.
